Magnolia Proof, an upscale cocktail lounge, could be coming to League City’s west side after city officials approved a special use permit for the development.
What happened
League City City Council voted unanimously at its Aug. 11 meeting on the first reading to grant the SUP to build the lounge within a 2,500 square foot space located near Rotolo’s Craft & Crust within the Magnolia Creek Planned Unit Development.
Per the Unified Development Code, because the business serves alcohol, it requires the SUP in order to be located within the development, which is zoned for general commercial use.
Any change to a different type of drinking establishment's use, such as a dive bar, nightclub, dance hall or sports bar, would require approval of an amended SUP by City Council, according to city documents.
In their own words
League City resident Jacob Stucie spoke in favor of granting the SUP and said the cocktail lounge would be a unique addition to the city’s developing west side.
“This isn’t a dive bar,” Stucie said. “It’s a locally owned, upscale cocktail bar with a focus on quality drinks and good atmosphere.”
Looking ahead
City Council will consider the second reading of the request at its Aug. 25 meeting.
